AAHP, HIAA announce merger

The boards of the American Association of Health Plans and the Health Insurance Association Of America have approved the merger, announced yesterday, and members plan to vote on the merger next month. AAHP President Karen M. Ignagni will lead the new trade group. "Together, the members of AAHP and HIAA have the opportunity to speak with one voice," said Ben Cutler, chairman of Fortis Inc.'s health unit and of the HIAA board. Click here to read the AAHP press release.